Gatún Lake · Panamá
Wake up on the water.
A family-owned lakefront lodge an hour and a half from Panama City — four private casitas, world-class fishing, and sunsets you’ll talk about for years.
A family lodge on Gatún Lake
A rustic escape.
A real place on the water.
PanaLake is a small, family-run lodge right on the shore of Gatún Lake. Just your own casita, a dock, and water that goes quiet at dawn.
We host couples looking for a slow, romantic weekend, anglers hunting trophy peacock bass, and families who want their kids off screens and into a kayak. Book straight through us — no middleman.
A wilderness of islands & coves.
Gatún Lake has hundreds of jungle islands, hidden channels and quiet coves. This is the water on your doorstep.
Four casitas
on the shoreline.
Every casita is steps from the water, with a kitchenette, hot-water shower, and a porch built for doing absolutely nothing. Pick the one that fits your group.
Lakeview One
Our two-bedroom lakefront casita, made for families or groups. Spacious, easy, and wrapped in a covered porch with a dining area that looks straight down the lake.
- Queen bed + two singles
- Private bathroom
- Hot-water shower
- Kitchenette & dining
- Lake-view porch
- Ceiling & portable fans
Lakeview Two
A cozy open studio with a peaceful jungle backdrop and a huge wooden deck with hammocks and sun loungers. Best for families, couples, or solo travellers who want space and air.
- Two double beds
- Private bathroom
- Hot-water shower
- Kitchenette & table
- Deck, hammocks & loungers
- A/C and fan
Lakeview Three
A snug casita perched just above the water, built for solo anglers and couples. Sunrise on one side, sunset on the other, and an outdoor table to clean up the day’s catch.
- Double bed
- Private bathroom
- Hot-water shower
- Kitchenette
- Outdoor dining & seating
- A/C and fan
Lakeview Four
Our newest casita, much like Lakeview Three — but with its own private splash pool and a barbecue just steps from the door. One double bed, an outdoor table, and the lake right in front. No A/C, but the lake breeze and fans keep it easy.
- Double bed
- Private bathroom
- Hot-water shower
- Kitchenette
- Outdoor dining & seating
- Private splash pool
- Barbecue
- Fans (no A/C)
Days on the
lake.
Fish at dawn, paddle at noon, cruise at golden hour. The kayaks, canoe, and paddleboard are yours the whole stay — no rental, no charge.
Gatún Lake holds one of the densest peacock bass populations on earth — plus snook, tarpon and jack crevalle. We’ll put you on the fish with Capt. Luke, who lives on the lake and fishes it every day.
Paddle into quiet mangrove channels, spot toucans and howler monkeys, or just float. Calm, sheltered water that’s easy for first-timers and kids alike.
As the sun drops behind the canopy the whole lake turns to copper. Head out with a cold drink and watch the birds come home to roost — the best half hour of the day.
The lake,
unfiltered.
Every photo here was taken at PanaLake. No stock, no staging — just what the days actually look like.
Your dates are waiting
Come stay with us.
Message us on WhatsApp and we’ll sort your casita, dates, and fishing — usually within minutes. Bilingual hosts, no booking fees, straight from the family.